i like to use plastic tuppeware-type containers. i put extra leads, tippet, splitshot, etc in one, tools like hemos, plies, bottle opener etc in another, reels in another and flyboxes in another, etc. all sized accordingly. then all this goes in a bigger plastic container, usually rubbermaid, with vest, hats, extra close, lid goes on, ready to go. waders and boots and wading staff in another rubbermaid. rods stay in tubes. when i go fishing i grab 2 containers and which ever rods i want that day and i'm off.